A curious local, I came in with no expectations. As a bit of an introvert, finding Sam's was great,…read moreespecially allowing food from other vendors inside. It is much more intimate and cozy than the hall (and also less bright lol). When I came in, the bartender, Christopher, was polite and professional, gave me the obligatory carding, and gave me a small taste of a beer I was interested in. I ordered it and went to grab my ramen, returning to a kinda crowded spot, nice cold beer already served. I let him know I was going to shift down the bar, moving my bowl first, then returning for my coat and purse. By the time I got back, there were napkins and a fork just for me, kindly and quietly placed. As a single diner, these little touches mean a lot and create a welcome and warm vibe. Even when I was done, he took my bowl too! Again, a single lady feeling special (granted it wasn't slammed so he could spare the time on me) is a big deal! My experience was pleasant and chill, with a nice convo with Christopher in his down time. There was a sketchy guy around and he kept completely cool while staff walked him out. Everything went without a hitch and it was a 10/10 for a first impression. Definitely coming back!

I have been to both, Sam's Bar and Sam's Front Porch at the Union Hall and Union Grove. Both bars…read morewere vibey and chill. Such a nice scenery, very beautiful aesthetic. The customer service is also great, the bartenders tended to me quickly and were welcoming. And most importantly they have a variety of spirits and cocktails, and everything they make is so good!!

What a fun time!…read more This is a cool bar - they have a huge menu of "girly drinks" so hurray for that! Extremely loud live band on the night I went (can be a plus or a minus depending on your point view) The biggest feature, of course, are the swings. No kidding! Huge porch swings, decorated with garlands of plastic flowers. They're a little challenging to get in and out of (do they function as a drunk trap for over-served patrons?) It's definitely a unique and memorable aspect to this place.

Was not a huge fan of this place. Upon entry, I had low expectations, but I still thought I'd get…read moresome decent drinks. As I sat at the bar, I watched drinks being made and immediately decided I'd be ordering a beer. There wasn't much of a selection to choose from, but that was the safest option for me. I don't think I'll be visiting this bar again, but although I didn't enjoy it, it wasn't horrible.

Nice staff, relatively clean l location, very fun and kind patrons. Despite being warned against…read morethis place from many "locals" - (see: UGH) - it was one of the highlights of the area. Whether you want karaoke on a huge stage, a game of pool, or dancing outside -- this is the place for you downtown.

We always pass this bar when we're in Waco but had never been until just the other day…read more I'm glad we stopped by. It's a cool little local sorta divey (in a great way) spot. My boyfriend and I shared an N/A beer and chatted up the bartender on duty for a bit. They were super welcoming and totally cool with our little fur guy Benji being there as well. Definitely wanna go back again soon.

The Warehouse is truly built like a warehouse! This place is huge and uber spacious with TV's,…read moregames, and a small stage for live band performances. I first saw this spot while going to the Klassy Glass Wine Bar next door. I knew that I had to check it out before I left the area. When I walked in, I was really in awe of how spacious it was inside! This would be the perfect space for a dance floor. There's a small stage to your right that's used for the live bands that perform. The bar is lit up in blue and there are two large TV's that hang from the ceiling. There are several other TV's hanging on the back wall too, maybe about 10 TV's total? It's a great place to watch sports for sure. The warehouse feeling is very eminent with the sky high ceilings and industrial looking interior. In the back, you'll find a couple of different games. I can't recall all of them, but I'm pretty sure I saw a pool table back there. The bartenders are really friendly and interactive. Although this has been pegged as a "new bar", it seemed to have many regulars there who knew the bar crew (probably from the previous bar that was here called Muddle). The other people at the bar were really friendly also. I actually ended up meeting a few peeps there that I ended up going to Austin's a few doors down with. Although the crew and other patrons were cool, this place was super dead on a Saturday night! The rodeo and town fair were going on that weekend, but I still couldn't believe how empty this place was. As far as the drinks go, they are dirt cheap! My bill was under $10 that night! I had a cranberry vodka and a Stella Artois. The cranberry Vodka was a little too sweet for me, and I couldn't taste any vodka in my glass at all. This was kind of a disappointment. I was happy to pay a cheap price but not so thrilled that there was barely any alcohol. Overall, it's a solid option for cheap drinks and to watch sports. Maybe things will pick up a few months from now.

Nice little place to hang out and get a couple of drinks and cut a rug. I went Friday when it was…read moreLatin Night, which is what I wanted. The bartender I had was super awesome and took great care of me. This drink I don't even know what it's called but it was soooooo good. It was $5 to go in, and the drinks were super cheap. $19 for 3 shots and 1 cocktail. I will definitely be returning!

Came here to make up for a poor experience elsewhere. It did the job! It was a Sunday so it was…read morequiet, only 2 workers, the the bartender knew that we wanted a flight before my husband even did! They only have cans of soda and water. Of course there were some beers that we ordered but did not like. However we found a couple that we throughly enjoyed. We even took a couple cans home! The food was amazing! The pretzel was a little inconsistent, crunchy in some areas and super soft in others, but it hit the spot either way. Their garlic fries were definitely garlicky, don't order if you don't like a lot of garlic. The food did not come out together, but we were ok with that. The mushroom burger, grilled cheese, and fish and chips were all delicious! The grilled cheese was even loved by our picky son! The fish was crispy on the outside and so flaky and tender on the inside. The burger may have been frozen, but the mushrooms and Gouda totally made up for that! Good beers, great food, friendly and attentive staff! If we find ourselves in Waco again, we will definitely be stopping by.

Waco Ale is a pretty decent spot to get a beer in the Downtown Waco area. The beer is pretty good,…read moreand the food is good as well. Honestly, the only thing I was disappointed by (and the only reason I gave it 3 stars) is the use of ai slop on the menu. Ya'll -- in this day and age, ai slop pictures are only going to hurt you. Go back to whatever menu you had before you made this one, because it sucks.

Simply put, One Day is the best cocktail bar in Waco…read more I moved to Waco in April '21 after 4 years in LA + Dallas, working in alcohol for WINC + Bar & Garden, and acting as a sommelier for many supper clubs / industry events. One Day has the best curated, tighest selection of high quality spirits, as well as the most inventive, inspired in-house cocktail menu in the city. There are also well-conceived events with high quality restaurant / culinary partners. Just go to One Day. Just go.

Love the vibe, it's a bit divey but still trendy. Service at the start wasn't friendly and…read morewelcoming but it got better towards the end. Maybe because a different staff checked on us. He was more attentive and he kept checking on us throughout the night. They got busy around 9 pm. And it seemed to be a local favorite. Their cocktails are creative but it's still budget-friendly. I enjoyed my cocktails but some were more tart than others. Still, If we were ever to come back to Waco this is the place I would like to come back to.

Great place to sit back relax and take in the sunset. Service was efficient, cocktails expertly…read moreprepared. Didn't try food this time.

Great roof spot in downtown Waco with views of Baylor and the Silos. Good drink and beer selection…read moreand GREAT pizza, not just for Texas, but legit great pizza.

I've enjoyed coming here over the years! From coffee dates to study sessions to my first drink with…read morefriends on my 21st bday, I've had some great memories here! Some of their speciality lattes (like the Remember Me one fall) have been so delicious that I've braved the trek downtown, searching for a parking spot in the middle of my workday, just to get one as an afternoon pick-me-up. I also love the 1885 drink, which is Dr Pepper + espresso. It sounds crazy, but a Waco girl loves it. I will say, ever since the inside was re-painted as a weird, tentacle-esque, purple and orange mural, the ambiance has tanked. It used to feel like a peaceful, vibey spot, especially at night or during the holidays. Now the walls make my skin crawl a bit. Maybe some people love it--I usually hear the opposite But it's still worth going for the drinks!

I just want something to WAKE me up! Not all coffee is the same. If you're looking for a roast…read moretasting coffee you can find it here! I ordered the Boxing Day coffee with the cinnamon notes. I couldn't taste cinnamon so much til I was almost done. It's good coffee, but nothing special even with the descriptive notes for their drinks. It feels industrial inside. Nice bathrooms, spacious layout towards the back. Comfortable seatings and plenty of tables.

Love this venue! Perfect for inside or outside dining/entertainment. Most everyone was pretty…read morefriendly, but I think one of the bartenders may have just been having a bad night. Everything was so good though!!

We stopped by last night and they had just closed 7 hours early because they were slow. Went back…read moretonight and we both had the pulled pork sandwich and fries. Normal bar and grill atmosphere but had a great space for entertainment in the "backyard bar stage" area. Nothing going on there tonight. Food was meh! Staff was friendly and service was quick.

People usually leave reviews when they're upset or unsatisfied; that isn't the case here. I like…read morethe nightlife, and I ain't talkin' country dancin' like at Melody Ranch. I mean EDM raves and turning up w/ some hip hop. Waco ain't got that; they're terribly lame w/in that aspect-Scruffy's and Trojan are the only two I've found out of the many places I've visited in Waco closest to meeting my desires (or maybe I just went on a bad Friday night at Melody's, but I strongly doubt that). What I really like about Trojan over Scruffy's is that they play consistently good hits in the 2000s Hip Hop, contemporary Pop and Hip Hop genres, and have alcohol at a very competitive price, in my opinion. Last night, I saw people literally dancing on each other (but there really ain't no space to dance). The bouncer and bartenders are cool too, and the place is clean. TL; DR: come to Trojan's if you like great hip hop and pop, amazing drinks at fantastic prices, and service that is nice. The place looks cool too. Definitely comin' back.

I finally understand why everybody hates this place. I have never been to a bar or any…read moreestablishment with such lazy employees. They have this loser working there with a beard and glasses that told me the simple act of pouring 4 shots was too much work for him. This place is such a joke. Rest assured that me and about 15 of my friends will never be returning or recommending this dump to anyone.